Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting.
Welcome to the Hidden Gem. Nestled among the Piney Woods of East Texas. This retreat overlooks open water of Gladewater Lake and offers fantastic views, sunrises, and sunsets. Family vacation, romantic timeout, girls’ weekend, guys’ hideout—retreat to open water. Renew, refresh & play at beautiful Lake Gladewater in a lovely, 2-story dream of a home-away-from-home.
Your comfort, health & sense of security is our top priority. Keypad entry and coded alarm system allow for NO-face-to-face engagement that you do not allow. A full upright safe is available to protect your valuables. The home and all-new furnishings are not only disinfected, but treated to repel virus and germs.
Brick home w/living room, beautiful gas assisted fireplace, smart TV, comfortable leather sofa pullout bed, 3 bedrooms downstairs w/smart TVs, a spacious loft/game room with smart TV, 2-triple bunk bed sets sleep 6, plus two futons. 3 full bathrooms with one available from lake entry. All new furnishings, luxury pillow top mattresses throughout, and premium linens. This allows you to comfortably sleep 12 in bed and 4 more with 2 futons and 2 more with floor mattresses.
All we need is YOU! Residence fully furnished, all stainless appliances, flatware, dinnerware, cookware, double oven, electric stove top, lg. microwave, jumbo fridge, flex brew coffee maker with complimentary coffee, WiFi and SO much more. Laundry room & plenty of closet space. You will never want to leave.
A lush St. Augustine carpet with towering oaks and pines provide canopy shade. Secured trailer area available, 2-car enclosed garage, pier, lakeside fire pit, gas fire pit, gas outdoor grill. Games inside and out, including foosball, indoor basketball game, lawn games including washers, corn hole, and giant jenga. Kayak rental available along with jet ski platform, and docking area for boats. Monday night bass tourneys, crappie, striped bass, brim & catfish…the BIG ones are here! Fishing license required. (Ask about our kayak rentals) Fishing info go to TPWD.TEXAS.GOV search Gladewater City Lake.
Gladewater is the Antique Capital of East Texas. DELICIOUS food abounds at Booshay’s Cajun Restaurant & Bar, Texas Monthly recognized Bodacious barbecue, Stockyard Steakhouse, live MUSIC, museums and so, SO much more. EXPLORE the Piney Woods WONDERS from your own lakeside home base.
Reserve NOW for annual destination activities such as: Arts & Crafts Festival, Yamboree, Gusher Days, CASI Chili Cookoff, Round Up Rodeo, Downtown Christmas Open House & many more events nearby.
If you are considering a large group: No Events can be held at this home without specific details discussed and approved by owner. This home has limited parking ( only 6 vehicles) and is not conducive for large groups unless pre-set up. Additional fees are applicable if the event's needs can be met. Parking on lake road is not permited by city and tickets/ towing will occur. Additionally parking cannot occur on grass as there is a spinkler system on homes lawn. Please message to discuss details. Additional fees applicable for any visitors during stay.
What happens at the lake is remembered FOREVER. Memories are here, just waiting to be made by YOU! Come on home to Lake Gladewater for a staycation you will never forget. If you’re in need of even more space check out our other newly listed lake front property at VRBO2068200 wonderful views and only 1 mile up the lake.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Check out time is 11:00 AM . If home is not booked following night , we are happy to consider a late check out request.
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Property # 2009730vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Gladewater
Located in Gladewater, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Lake Gladewater and Garland P Ferguson Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Panther Park and Community Center and Mrs. Lee's Daffodil Garden. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at White Oak Roughneck Stadium or Panther Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and cycling nearby.
University of Texas at Tyler - 39 min drive - 64.7 km
Broadway Square Mall - 44 min drive - 70.9 km
Getting around
Longview Station - 25 min drive
Longview, TX (GGG-East Texas Regional) - 32 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min drive
SONIC Drive In - 7 min drive
FRed Lobster Headquarters - 13 min drive
Granny Bs - 7 min drive
Starbucks - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting.?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting. on 23 June 2026 start from NZ$678, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Escape to the Lake for a Hidden Gem. Magnificent lake side setting. located?
This family-friendly Gladewater holiday home is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Gladewater and Garland P Ferguson Park. The Gladewater Museum and Gladewater Saturday Night Opry are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Only problem was master bathroom shower knob isn’t working properly but I contacted host and let her know and she was very nice and appreciative that I let her know. No remote in front bedroom but living room tv remote worked. I would definitely come back again. There were no problems that couldn’t be fixed. My family enjoyed fishing and the view is beautiful. Love the ice machine!!! Also games available to play and very kid friendly.
Property was clean and ready for our stay. Options on the area are very limited so I was afraid quality might be low but the house was great. The only negative was the mosquito problem that regular spraying could eliminate. The owner was very kind and helpful.
We had a wonderful time with our family at this beautiful lake house. The owners of the property are great and see that any issues or problems are quickly taken care of. We would love to stay here again!
Debbie D.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2023
Debbie, it was such a blessing to have you and your family as guests. You are welcome to come and make more memories on the lake any time!
Interesting layout! Somehow they found places for all the beds we needed which was awesome. Outdoor area on the lake was very nice to sit out on and enjoy! communication from owner was fast and efficient!
Barbara was amazing to work with as we waited in the final dates for regional tennis tournament.
The house is exactly as described and plenty of room for everyone to spread out. Great view of the lake from the house.
This property is beautiful and is right on the water! It was perfect! We thoroughly enjoyed the fire pit and dock area. Lots of games and a range of things to do for all ages. The host was so kind and very accommodating to our needs. Thank you so much for a great stay!
In town for a family reunion. Had 2 places on the lake. This was the larger of the two. The property was better than the photos. We had a ball. The house was extremely comfortable and well stocked with towels, etc. Host was very accomodating before and after arrival. Made the place available hours before check-in. The Lake is amazing. Temperature of bath water . WE LOVED IT!!!
This is our second stay in Gladewater. We love the home for its location and comfort.
The host is super responsive and easy to work with. It feels like the home that it is, rather than a hotel.
Thank you, Barbara! I look forward to returning.
The location and set up of the house worked great for our family. We had a couple of maintenance issues but the owner was quick to respond, find solutions and make repairs. The house was clean and the view of the lake was beautiful. We enjoyed the skiing and sunset cruises around the lake. We visit family in Gladewater a couple of times a year and would not hesitate to stay here again. Thanks Barbara for sharing your home with us and for the kindness you and Greg extended to our family.
Elaine B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 December 2022
Elaine and family were an absolute joy to have as guests. Welcome anytime :)
Large home with great view of the lake. Didn’t know about the ice maker in the laundry room until we left, some lights need to be checked, and suggest outside pillows stored inside as were wet and not clean. Family plans to rent home in the future!
Our group of four embark on a girls trip each year, and we were all in agreement that our stay at the lake house was simply wonderful, and more than we could have even expected. The location is amazing, and we couldn't have asked for better views and the opportunity to just relax right on the water. The house is very clean, and the pride in ownership is apparent. We had no issues communicating with the owner, and every question was answered without delay. We would definitely book this house again, and look forward to our next stay.
Kia M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 August 2020
We are so pleased your girls trip was a success here at the hidden gem. Thank you for your kind words and hope you find your way back to the most peaceful place here on the lake. It’s all about getting away, relaxing, enjoying the beautiful views and the water. Making memories with family and friends.
This lake home was the perfect spot for 4 retired educators that enjoy a beautiful view from a lake, a great fire by the water on cool fall nights, & exploring of challenging East Texas golf courses. We really enjoyed our stay & will certainly return soon. Barbara, our host, did a great job of communicating & even went back personally to the property to look for a lost item by one of us. Things we enjoyed the most: the firepit by the lake was amazing, the icemaker (a game changer!), appliances up to date with the air fryer being a nice addition, & the garage access was helpful. We also loved on Murphy & Tess, the next door neighbor's dog & puppy. All in all, it was an awesome trip with the hope of returning soon.
Linda A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 December 2022
Thank you for your kind words Linda. Linda and friends are always welcome! Amazing guests :)
About the host
Hosted by Barbara Grubbs
Why they chose this property
Quiet, rural, lakefront with dock for boats . Quick access to Tyler and Longview and Gladewater area. Antique shopping , Yamboree, , Gusher Days rodeo, and fireworks on the 4th is a must see.
What makes this property unique
Lakefront fun! Sleeps up to 21 creatively :)
Languages:
English
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